Posted 7/9/2018 14:53 (#6859176 - in reply to #6858799) Subject: RE: 7iron plugging, do Meg-mo blades really work. EC NE. Scrape the deck & then wire-brush it. Put on some old blades & suck up some small gravel to scour the deck shiny. Use TCU15881 (for the 60” deck) high-lift blades.This morning Mark decided it was time to mow the yard. Here's what the front of our house looks like. We have two huge maple trees that give us lots of shade. The grass in the front yard is really thick because of the shady conditions, stays wet longer too.As far as durability, John Deere’s Predator2 blades are quite resilient, as are USA Mower Blade’s ‘Eagle series’. These are thick, durable blades and a popular choice from many commercial landscaping companies for their excellent cuts and overall durability. Gator Mulching blades, such as their E5 and E6 are also excellent choices and ...I used to rotate a set of sharp mower blades every time I mowed my 5 acres. Now I use harden steel blades I bought from Meg-Mo with twice the cutting area an...Rockhill farm 89.3K subscribers Subscribe 57K views 2 years ago #outdoorgans I sharpened the Megmo blades for the first time today, and I also addressed the two main questions that people...Meg Mo Blade Review. I figured I would give you guys a review of the Meg Mo blades soley based on the fall season thus far. The grass here is almost dormat and the leaves have been heavily falling. Per Meg Mo's advice, they state using the expanded metal as a block off on the chute to allow air to flow through it still.This morning Mark decided it was time to mow the yard. Here's what the front of our house looks like. We have two huge maple trees that give us lots of shade. The grass in the front yard is really thick because of the shady conditions, stays wet longer too.318 meg-mo review. Bought a set of Meg-Mo blades over the winter for my 318 with 50" deck and I thought I would share my experiences. First off the blades when installed are roughly .200 to .250 lower than the stock JD blades. This places the blades even with the bottom of the deck. My first experience using them was disappointing.DLCS · #4 · Aug 27, 2002. Roy Megli (the guy who invented Meg-Mo blades is one of my competitors. The Meg-Mo system is not "recent" they have been around for several years. I think the cut you get from them is good but I don't know how they compare to doubles ( I've never used doubles). They seem like they do a pretty good job of mulching.Xtreme® Blade for 50-inch Cutting Decks. Item#: 742P05094-X. $29.70. Add to Cart. In Stock.Aug 29, 2013 / meg-mo blades on a ferris mower? #3. morning. thank you for ur reply.. I did go to the web site before I even posted this, and they do fit the ferris (is700z), but I've also understand, that just because they say they will fit doesn't mean the work really well. I was really trying to find out if someone here in the ferris forum ...Using a smooth file, file down the edges of the heavy section of the blade. Try to maintain the normal angle of the blade edge as you file. 4. Check for balance: Take off the blade from the clamp and carefully brush it clean with a brush or your hand. Take it back to the joist and place it on the nail head.The actual blade on meg-mows is only about 4'-4 1/2" long, the rest is the flat heavy steel disk app. 3/8-1/2" thick. As far as your comment on blade tip speed you are correct, but why not instead of lower RPMs, just increase ground speed.4 Common Problems with Meg-Mo Blades and Their Solutions: 1. Lack of Consistency. The Meg-Mo blades are prone to failure. Because of their inability to deliver a consistent cut on a consistent basis. In some instances, the blades of certain types of grass or fields do not cut cleanly because of the conditions.I used to rotate a set of sharp mower blades every time I mowed my 5 acres. Now I use harden steel blades I bought from Meg-Mo with twice the cutting area an...The actual blade on meg-mows is only about 4'-4 1/2" long, the rest is the flat heavy steel disk app. 3/8-1/2" thick. As far as your comment on blade tip speed you are correct, but why not instead of lower RPMs, just increase ground speed.There is a unwritten law that the blades have to stop so fast. If the blades are shut of at 3400 rpm or at 500 rpm which will stop easer. We make the MEG MO blades for about 1800 OEM blades. On the Jd 7 iron we need to know the OEM blade no so to make the right MEG MO blade. The blades for the 7 iron deck will cost $79.95@ total $239.85 plus ...Meg-Mo blades are the most recent addition to the market for rotary saw blades. They have been introduced as an alternative to other brands and have been received with a lot of enthusiasm. However, there have been some issues and complaints that come with this product as well. Meg-Mo blade is a very specialized brand of rotary saw blades.Posted 7/9/2018 14:53 (#6859176 - in reply to #6858799) Subject: RE: 7iron plugging, do Meg-mo blades really work. EC NE. Scrape the deck & then wire-brush it. Put on some old blades & suck up some small gravel to scour the deck shiny. Use TCU15881 (for the 60” deck) high-lift blades.4 Common Problems with Meg-Mo Blades and Their Solutions: 1. Lack of Consistency. The Meg-Mo blades are prone to failure. Because of their inability to deliver a consistent cut on a consistent basis. In some instances, the blades of certain types of grass or fields do not cut cleanly because of the conditions.M. Meg-Mo Discussion starter · #53 · Mar 2, 2004. JD REP 2. Blade over lap is made by the distance forward the center blade is of the other blades. The MEG MO blades with the 4 knives and the lift on the knives has not been a problem with leaving the grass strips.The MEG-MO™ Rotary Mulching Blade System is a custom-built, consumable product made from the highest quality components. The blades will mulch the grass into smaller clippings, discharge the grass farther and last longer than traditional blades. Results may vary. I accept these terms. *.The 12 replacement blades (the little blades) from Meg-Mo are $107.40, compare that to a set of three 18" Scag Marbain blades which are $56.25 (current price) in total. In other words, the Meg-Mo little blades cost 2x more than regular Scag 18" blades. Moreover, the Meg-Mo little blades wore out 3 times faster than the Scag Marbain blades.Several things concern me about Meg-Mo blades if I was a pro cutter or put a mower out anywhere besides the "back 40". Harder blades (north of HRc 45) have been exhaustively tested by OEM's and are very difficult to get past the stake test. The swing blade design probably helps blade fracture during impact but I would still be mindful.M. Meg-Mo Discussion starter · #53 · Mar 2, 2004. JD REP 2. Blade over lap is made by the distance forward the center blade is of the other blades. The MEG MO blades with the 4 knives and the lift on the knives has not been a problem with leaving the grass strips.Meg-Mo Mower Blade ReviewHere is our original video about the memo bladeshttps://youtu.be/804vweX5z_UPlease subscribe to our channel here: https://youtube.co...John Deere OEM High Lift Mower Blade Kit 145 D 140 150 155 C 160 LA 130 140 145 165 X 165 GY20852 Three (3) New Aftermarket Mower Blades Fits John Deere ZTrak Z525E Z535M Z540M Z375R Replaces M143520 8TEN LawnRAZOR Mower Blade Set for John Deere LX280 Z425 Z45 1025R 2210 M143520 UC22010 54C Decks (Medium Lift)Our blades last years instead of weeks or months like traditional blades. When you purchase Meg-Mo blades you are getting a product that will give you a great value for your money over years of service. ORDER ONLINE 24/7 AT MEG-MO.COM FOR ORDERING ASSISTANCE, CONACT Meg-Mo™ Systems (877) 625-0125 | [email protected] Here’s what you’ll need:There is a unwritten law that the blades have to stop so fast. If the blades are shut of at 3400 rpm or at 500 rpm which will stop easer. We make the MEG MO blades for about 1800 OEM blades. On the Jd 7 iron we need to know the OEM blade no so to make the right MEG MO blade. The blades for the 7 iron deck will cost $79.95@ total $239.85 plus ...Better, but still not right. It appears that with this deck, and the way it is baffled underneath, the airflow of the Meg-Mo system from the left blade hits the airflow of the center blade about dead center and is causing some sort of turbulence that makes the grass bend down away from the cutting edges at that point.Our blades last years instead of weeks or months like traditional blades. When you purchase Meg-Mo blades you are getting a product that will give you a great value for your money over years of service. ORDER ONLINE 24/7 AT MEG-MO.COM FOR ORDERING ASSISTANCE, CONACT Meg-Mo™ Systems (877) 625-0125 | [email protected] Here’s what you’ll need:M. Meg-Mo Discussion starter · #53 · Mar 2, 2004. JD REP 2. Blade over lap is made by the distance forward the center blade is of the other blades. The MEG MO blades with the 4 knives and the lift on the knives has not been a problem with leaving the grass strips.Meg Mo blades for a cub cadet? Hello all, Curious to know if anyone uses Meg Mo blades on their cub cadet XT2 LX46? I cut high and have a TON of leaves in the fall. Full acre property with lots of shade.92-035 Heavy Duty Blades for 72" Scag 48112, 481709, 482788, 482882 L8 Scag 3 Made in USA, Heavy Duty, Heat Hardened, Replacement Blade Blade Part # 481708, 482879, 48111, A48111 8TEN LawnRAZOR Blade Set for Scag Cheetah Turf Tiger 72 Inch Deck 482882 482788 (High Lift) 3 PackM. Meg-Mo Discussion starter · Feb 22, 2008. We went to national farm show last week with 350000 people there and what a show. Had 3 OEM's who order the meg mo blades to use on their mower. What a reward for 15 yrs. of work to get the OEM to try the meg mo system.Mow Wet or Dry No Lumping or Clumping Outlasts AND Outperforms Traditional Bar Blades Less Maintenance Mulch WITHOUT Changing Blades Save Time and Money FITS ALL LAWN MOWER MAKES & MODELS THOUSANDS OF SATISFIED CUSTOMERS WORLDWIDE ORDER TODAY! Secure online ordering 24/7 (877) 625-0125 | [email protected] MEG-MO.COM ww Price List and Order FormO. oldturf Discussion starter · Mar 26, 2005. Installed meg-mo blades on one of my 62" SFS Toros with 27 hp kohler. Installation; This required cutting a 2 1/2" slot in the 3 saddles on the spindles. I did this with a 4 1/2" side grinder with the spindles still on the mower. and it took a couple of hours of work, with a rest period thrown in here.1,415. Nov 8, 2011 / Meg-Mo. #4. I know Kenny hasn't had good luck with them, but they work well on my Ventrac with 60" deck. They do a great finish cut and throw clippings farther than any other blades I have used ( in either short or tall grass). They also fold back if you hit anything, just like bush hog blades.Meg-Mo Mower Blade ReviewHere is our original video about the memo bladeshttps://youtu.be/804vweX5z_UPlease subscribe to our channel here: https://youtube.co...As far as durability, John Deere’s Predator2 blades are quite resilient, as are USA Mower Blade’s ‘Eagle series’. These are thick, durable blades and a popular choice from many commercial landscaping companies for their excellent cuts and overall durability. Gator Mulching blades, such as their E5 and E6 are also excellent choices and ...MEG MO WEBSITEhttps://meg-mo.com/ORDER YOUR MEG MO BLADES HEREhttps://meg-mo.com/order/MEG MO PARTShttps://meg-mo.com/replacement-parts/PLEASE CHECK OUT MY ...The Meg-Mo system is much more dependant on the knife momentum than a regular fixed blade. When you encounter heavy grass with a fixed blade system the engine comes under load because there is no give, the blades won't fold back. When you encounter heavy grass with the Meg-Mo the knives will fold back simply because they can.M. Meg-Mo Discussion starter · #53 · Mar 2, 2004. JD REP 2. Blade over lap is made by the distance forward the center blade is of the other blades. The MEG MO blades with the 4 knives and the lift on the knives has not been a problem with leaving the grass strips.DLCS · #4 · Aug 27, 2002. Roy Megli (the guy who invented Meg-Mo blades is one of my competitors. The Meg-Mo system is not "recent" they have been around for several years. I think the cut you get from them is good but I don't know how they compare to doubles ( I've never used doubles). They seem like they do a pretty good job of mulching.92-035 Heavy Duty Blades for 72" Scag 48112, 481709, 482788, 482882 L8 Scag 3 Made in USA, Heavy Duty, Heat Hardened, Replacement Blade Blade Part # 481708, 482879, 48111, A48111 8TEN LawnRAZOR Blade Set for Scag Cheetah Turf Tiger 72 Inch Deck 482882 482788 (High Lift) 3 PackA. Alan Discussion starter · Mar 26, 2000. Last summer I looked at the Meg-Mo blde system out at Louisville. This is the flail type blade mounted on a central disc. I liked the looks of it, but the guy is a fast talker and I hate to commit dollars to what could be a hair brained scheme. I like the idea of four cutting blades per spindle and ...Meg-Mo · #7 · May 4, 2004. You are so right, this is nothing new in the farming industry. The farmers 35 years ago got the disc mower and revolutionized mowing in the farming industry. We in the mowing industry have been using the same blade for the last 70 years.Oregon Mower Blades, 3 Pack, Gator G3 Mulching Lawnmower Replacement Blades, 18-4/9" Length, 54" Deck (95-605-3),Black 8TEN LawnRAZOR Mower Blade Set for Kubota B1550 70000-00602 70000-25001 76539-34330 K5651-34340 (Toothed Mulching)Sorry, your search "meg mo blades" did not match any products. Please try again.X BLADE SITEttps://7f2be926-cfe8-11e4-b332-f04da2075117.onlinestore.godaddy.com/t/x-blade-dual-mulching-blade-adapter-kitQ&A link https://7f2be926-cfe8-11e4-...Good Vibrations Grass Hawk Ultimate Mower Cleaning Tool - Lawn Mower Dual Blade Deck Scraper - Clean All Contours of The Deck Flat or Curved 4.3 out of 5 stars 285 4 offers from $14.95You can see from the tires that the grass is still really wet. We are mowing with our John Deere X730 with 60″ deck. The Meg- Mo System will fit on any make or model of lawn mower. We match the same blade length and center hole size as your current bar blade. Switching to the Meg-Mo System is really simple, just replace the bar blade with our ...See full list on plantnative.org View the Products and Enjoy Savings With August Meg-mo.com Promo Codes. Aug 31, 2023. 2 used. Click to Save. See Details. Get straight 25% OFF your orders at Meg Mo. You can have many choices on eligible items. So make the most of your View the products and enjoy savings with August meg-mo.com Promo Codes.So the Meg-Mo side looks a lot more uneven. Grass that tall starts to grow in clumps so it's never going to look like a lawn when it's cut short. I'm pretty sure the striping is caused by the swing blades retracting somewhat as the deck clogs with clippings. Sep 17, 2021 / Meg-Mo swinging blades -- first impressions #24.This morning Mark decided it was time to mow the yard. Here's what the front of our house looks like. We have two huge maple trees that give us lots of shade. The grass in the front yard is really thick because of the shady conditions, stays wet longer too.I installed the Meg mo blades, that arrived today, as easy as any blade and decided to give them a try. Knowing it was to wet considering that today was the first day of sun since the past two straight weeks of rain. My grass was extremely high. It had not been mowed since the day before Thanksgiving. 30 days and recently fertilized.See full list on plantnative.org See the benefits of the Meg-Mo Rotary Mulching Blades that out-perform and out-last traditional lawn mower blades. They work on all makes and models as a replacement blade to convert any...See the benefits of the Meg-Mo Rotary Mulching Blades that out-perform and out-last traditional lawn mower blades. They work on all makes and models as a replacement blade to convert any...So the Meg-Mo side looks a lot more uneven. Grass that tall starts to grow in clumps so it's never going to look like a lawn when it's cut short. I'm pretty sure the striping is caused by the swing blades retracting somewhat as the deck clogs with clippings. Sep 17, 2021 / Meg-Mo swinging blades -- first impressions #24.Our blades last years instead of weeks or months like traditional blades. When you purchase Meg-Mo blades you are getting a product that will give you a great value for your money over years of service. ORDER ONLINE 24/7 AT MEG-MO.COM FOR ORDERING ASSISTANCE, CONACT Meg-Mo™ Systems (877) 625-0125 | [email protected] Here’s what you’ll need:Mow Wet or Dry No Lumping or Clumping Outlasts AND Outperforms Traditional Bar Blades Less Maintenance Mulch WITHOUT Changing Blades Save Time and Money FITS ALL LAWN MOWER MAKES & MODELS THOUSANDS OF SATISFIED CUSTOMERS WORLDWIDE ORDER TODAY! Secure online ordering 24/7 (877) 625-0125 | [email protected] MEG-MO.COM ww Price List and Order FormThe actual blade on meg-mows is only about 4'-4 1/2" long, the rest is the flat heavy steel disk app. 3/8-1/2" thick. As far as your comment on blade tip speed you are correct, but why not instead of lower RPMs, just increase ground speed.The MEG-MO™ Rotary Mulching Blade System is a custom-built, consumable product made from the highest quality components. The blades will mulch the grass into smaller clippings, discharge the grass farther and last longer than traditional blades. Results may vary. I accept these terms. *.MEG MO WEBSITEhttps://meg-mo.com/ORDER YOUR MEG MO BLADES HEREhttps://meg-mo.com/order/MEG MO PARTShttps://meg-mo.com/replacement-parts/PLEASE CHECK OUT MY ...Better, but still not right. It appears that with this deck, and the way it is baffled underneath, the airflow of the Meg-Mo system from the left blade hits the airflow of the center blade about dead center and is causing some sort of turbulence that makes the grass bend down away from the cutting edges at that point.Sorry, your search "meg mo blades" did not match any products. Please try again.DLCS · #4 · Aug 27, 2002. Roy Megli (the guy who invented Meg-Mo blades is one of my competitors. The Meg-Mo system is not "recent" they have been around for several years. I think the cut you get from them is good but I don't know how they compare to doubles ( I've never used doubles). They seem like they do a pretty good job of mulching.The MEG-MO™ Rotary Mulching Blade System is a custom-built, consumable product made from the highest quality components. The blades will mulch the grass into smaller clippings, discharge the grass farther and last longer than traditional blades. Results may vary. I accept these terms. *.#Xblades #X-BladesMust watch video if you wanna run X Blades on a commercial mowerX BLADES for Lawn MOWERSVisit my Channel for 100's of other videos:https://...Meg-mo lawnmower blades are similar in design to a bush hog blade. They are designed to give a cleaner cut, to last longer, and to be less likely to throw ro...Meg-Mo · #7 · May 4, 2004. You are so right, this is nothing new in the farming industry. The farmers 35 years ago got the disc mower and revolutionized mowing in the farming industry. We in the mowing industry have been using the same blade for the last 70 years.Meg Mo Blades? Implements and Attachments. Cub Cadet is a premium line of outdoor power equipment, established in 1961 as part of International Harvester.92-035 Heavy Duty Blades for 72" Scag 48112, 481709, 482788, 482882 L8 Scag 3 Made in USA, Heavy Duty, Heat Hardened, Replacement Blade Blade Part # 481708, 482879, 48111, A48111 8TEN LawnRAZOR Blade Set for Scag Cheetah Turf Tiger 72 Inch Deck 482882 482788 (High Lift) 3 Pack120. Sep 29, 2021 / Meg-mo Blades on Bad Boy Mower. #2. get a tractor with a bush hog. Don't have to cut as often, and lasts longer. Runs longer on fuel. And if you play the cards right you can bale it or have it baled. Around here people will cut and bale your pasture or yard for you as long as they can have the hay. I don't complain about that.Location. NC. Tractor. Mahindra 4025 Bobcat S185 John Deere X495 John Deere 6x4 Gator. Ran across the Meg-Mo Rotary Mulching Blades as well as the Cutlass blades for a lawn mower. Looks like a bush hog type blade for a lawn mower. Just wondering if they would be worthwhile on a JD Diesel with a 62" deck. Last edited: Aug 30, 2021.Specialties: Meg-Mo Rotary Mulching Blades provides mulching blades to the United States and Canada. Established in 1997. Meg-Mo Rotary Mulching Blades is the leading lawn mower blade manufacturer serving all of the United States and Canada for over 20 years. We make custom lawn mower blades to fit all makes and models that mow wet or dry, last longer and require less maintenance than ...X BLADE SITEttps://7f2be926-cfe8-11e4-b332-f04da2075117.onlinestore.godaddy.com/t/x-blade-dual-mulching-blade-adapter-kitQ&A link https://7f2be926-cfe8-11e4-...Meg-mo lawnmower blades are similar in design to a bush hog blade. They are designed to give a cleaner cut, to last longer, and to be less likely to throw ro...Oregon Mower Blades, 3 Pack, Gator G3 Mulching Lawnmower Replacement Blades, 18-4/9" Length, 54" Deck (95-605-3),Black 8TEN LawnRAZOR Mower Blade Set for Kubota B1550 70000-00602 70000-25001 76539-34330 K5651-34340 (Toothed Mulching)
So the Meg-Mo side looks a lot more uneven. Grass that tall starts to grow in clumps so it's never going to look like a lawn when it's cut short. I'm pretty sure the striping is caused by the swing blades retracting somewhat as the deck clogs with clippings. Sep 17, 2021 / Meg-Mo swinging blades -- first impressions #24.. Atandt internet outages near me
Good Vibrations Grass Hawk Ultimate Mower Cleaning Tool - Lawn Mower Dual Blade Deck Scraper - Clean All Contours of The Deck Flat or Curved 4.3 out of 5 stars 285 4 offers from $14.95I used to rotate a set of sharp mower blades every time I mowed my 5 acres. Now I use harden steel blades I bought from Meg-Mo with twice the cutting area an...Using a smooth file, file down the edges of the heavy section of the blade. Try to maintain the normal angle of the blade edge as you file. 4. Check for balance: Take off the blade from the clamp and carefully brush it clean with a brush or your hand. Take it back to the joist and place it on the nail head.Meg Mo created the system - a rotating covered blade to help you get the job done faster and easier, the blade lasts longer while saving you time and money. The system was designed to help their business by reducing shop floor time and increasing productivity and now the company wants to help you!O. oldturf Discussion starter · Mar 26, 2005. Installed meg-mo blades on one of my 62" SFS Toros with 27 hp kohler. Installation; This required cutting a 2 1/2" slot in the 3 saddles on the spindles. I did this with a 4 1/2" side grinder with the spindles still on the mower. and it took a couple of hours of work, with a rest period thrown in here.Meg-Mo Mower Blade ReviewHere is our original video about the memo bladeshttps://youtu.be/804vweX5z_UPlease subscribe to our channel here: https://youtube.co...I installed the Meg mo blades, that arrived today, as easy as any blade and decided to give them a try. Knowing it was to wet considering that today was the first day of sun since the past two straight weeks of rain. My grass was extremely high. It had not been mowed since the day before Thanksgiving. 30 days and recently fertilized.So the Meg-Mo side looks a lot more uneven. Grass that tall starts to grow in clumps so it's never going to look like a lawn when it's cut short. I'm pretty sure the striping is caused by the swing blades retracting somewhat as the deck clogs with clippings. Sep 17, 2021 / Meg-Mo swinging blades -- first impressions #24.MEG MO WEBSITEhttps://meg-mo.com/ORDER YOUR MEG MO BLADES HEREhttps://meg-mo.com/order/MEG MO PARTShttps://meg-mo.com/replacement-parts/PLEASE CHECK OUT MY ...I have just under 2 acres of grass right now (hydroseeding again in the fall another 3/4 acre), so 2 weeks ago I cut it with the original blades after sharpening them. Results were as expected- lots of long grass discharged, not a great cut. I cleaned under the deck and installed Meg-Mo blades, then cut about a week later.1,415. Nov 8, 2011 / Meg-Mo. #4. I know Kenny hasn't had good luck with them, but they work well on my Ventrac with 60" deck. They do a great finish cut and throw clippings farther than any other blades I have used ( in either short or tall grass). They also fold back if you hit anything, just like bush hog blades.Meg Mo Blade Review. I figured I would give you guys a review of the Meg Mo blades soley based on the fall season thus far. The grass here is almost dormat and the leaves have been heavily falling. Per Meg Mo's advice, they state using the expanded metal as a block off on the chute to allow air to flow through it still.Using a smooth file, file down the edges of the heavy section of the blade. Try to maintain the normal angle of the blade edge as you file. 4. Check for balance: Take off the blade from the clamp and carefully brush it clean with a brush or your hand. Take it back to the joist and place it on the nail head.Meg-Mo Mower Blade ReviewHere is our original video about the memo bladeshttps://youtu.be/804vweX5z_UPlease subscribe to our channel here: https://youtube.co...Oregon Mower Blades, 3 Pack, Gator G3 Mulching Lawnmower Replacement Blades, 18-4/9" Length, 54" Deck (95-605-3),Black 8TEN LawnRAZOR Mower Blade Set for Kubota B1550 70000-00602 70000-25001 76539-34330 K5651-34340 (Toothed Mulching)Meg Mo Blades? Implements and Attachments. Cub Cadet is a premium line of outdoor power equipment, established in 1961 as part of International Harvester.Meg-mo lawnmower blades are similar in design to a bush hog blade. They are designed to give a cleaner cut, to last longer, and to be less likely to throw ro...Meg-Mo blades work on all mower types. Get the results you deserve with Meg-Mo Rotary Mulching Blades. Even on a full size Bush Hog, tall grass will bog down the mower more than brush. I've had our IH986 groan when running a 15' batwing into thick heavy grass when it walks right through saplings and brush..